(FYI - the article that the guy is replying to is misinformation. Two commenters have provided snopes links for anyone curious.)

    • Maggoty@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      You don’t think nearly 4 million extra users are going to hurt supply?

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        1 year ago

        It’s mainly because of a manufacturing issue. Increased demand is certainly a factor but there is undeniably much less stimulant medication available than normal from manufacturers.

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              1 year ago

              this right there. actual synthesis is pretty easy, reliable, well developed no matter if we’re talking about amphetamine or methylphenidate